Round 5, pick 170: Jarron Jones, DL, Notre Dame

The Chiefs don’t have many defensive linemen contracted past 2018 (or 2017 for that matter) so expect them to load up on D-linemen in this draft.

The first thing that jumped out at me when watching Jones’ tape was his insane bull rush. In the clip below, he made Miami’s offensive line look like high school players. Jones can both rush the passer and defend the run, and also has the ability to eat up blockers. He’s perfect as a 3-4 nose tackle.

The problem with Jones are his issues with consistency and his drive. Some scouts classified him as “lazy” and worry that he won’t produce in the NFL. That label does scare me a bit, but if anyone can motivate a guy like Jones it’d be Andy Reid and the Chiefs’ coaching staff.

Round 5, pick 180 (comp): Delano Hill, S, Michigan

The Chiefs have plenty of safeties locked up long-term, so round five sounds about right for this position.

Hill is a great tackler, so he’d contribute on special teams immediately if he came to KC. He’s also fast, running a 4.47-second 40-yard dash at the combine.

The problem with Hill is his coverage skills. He’s not the quickest in terms of shifting his feet and hips in coverage. However, his tackling ability could allow him to play nickel CB/safety much like Daniel Sorensen.

Round 6, pick 216 (comp): Joe Williams, RB, Utah

I’m surprised it took this long to send the Chiefs a running back. Honestly, I’m not in love with this pick and believe there are better late-round RB options available (like T.J. Logan or Chris Carson).

Williams is fast, running a 4.41-second 40-yard dash, but you need more than speed to be successful as a running back. Unfortunately Williams comes with too many character issues, while also bringing fumbling problems (seven fumbles in two college seasons) and lack of experience in the receiving game. I just don’t think he fits.

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